Making school transitions positive

The transition to school can be an exciting — yet stressful — time for parents, caregivers, and children. No matter if it's preschool or college, each school transition presents an opportunity for parents and caregivers to support their children and help to make the school transition a positive experience for their children.

For Teenagers

Winning Isn't Everything — Look more into the sports that your teen participants in, and how you and your whole family can get more from the experience. Part of the Teen Talk : A Survival Guide for Parents of Teenagers series. English | español (PDF)

I Need to Get a Job — Learn how you can help your teen gain positive work experience and skills while maintaining friendships, academic performance, and healthy habits. Part of the Teen Talk : A Survival Guide for Parents of Teenagers series. English | español

Related resources

Afterschool Activities: Striking the Right Balance — American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry — Learn to identify the warning signs when your child is overscheduled, and get tips for striking a healthy balance for scheduled afterschool activities.

Support — Explore this research summary for professionals to find out what the research says about the guidance provided by, the communication between, and the interest shown by adults to promote student progress in school. Part of the Research on the factors for school success series.

Stress and Families — Understand and minimize the effects of stress felt by parents, children, teens, and families.